Though Europeans began colonizing the area around Clarksburg, West Virginia, in 1764, evidence shows the native Hopewell culture first lived in the territory sometime before A.D. 1000. Today, the Oak Mounds, built by the Hopewell, serve as a historical site near the city’s Veteran's Memorial Park. The city’s population has declined since the 1960s and now sits around 15,977. “The FBI office building and local hospitals have drawn a lot of people here,” says Fran Pollick, Realtor with Homefinders Plus Real Estate, Inc. “And you can get more bang for your buck than Bridgeport or Morgantown.”
The Oak Mounds in Clarksburg are prehistoric earthwork mounds dating back to between 1 and 1,000 CE.
The United Hospital Center in Bridgeport is an employer for residents in Clarksburg.
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From older shotguns to larger modern homes
Small, early 1900s shotgun-style homes needing repairs can sell as low as $20,000, while more modern homes surpassing 4,000 square feet can sell as high as $665,000. Nearly a third lower than the national median, Clarksburg’s median home price in 2024 was $146,250, rising 20% from the previous year. Pollick says the area’s housing market tends to remain relatively steady compared to larger cities.
Older shotgun-style homes are included in the housing styles found in Clarksburg.
Housing styles vary in Clarksburg, including modern homes.
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Harrison County Schools
The Harrison County Schools district serves Clarksburg students and earns a B on Niche. The district has just over 9,900 students and maintains a 13:1 student-teacher ratio with an average graduation rate of 95%. Clarksburg Classical Academy is a charter school for kindergarten through fifth grade, while St. Mary’s Catholic Grade School and Notre Dame High School share a campus in the center of the city for parochial schooling.
Robert C. Byrd High School has a modern football stadium.
The student population of Washington Irving Middle School is 540 and the school serves grades 6-8.
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Veteran’s Memorial Park and Clarksburg City Park
The city holds two parks: Veteran’s Memorial Park and Clarksburg City Park. Both offer picnic shelters, play equipment and sports fields. Veteran’s Memorial Park also has a dog park and splash pad, while City Park has a walking trail just under a mile long.
Veterans Memorial Park offers residents a pool and splash pad for summer fun in the sun.
A new baseball field awaits for the season to start at Clarksburg City Park.
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Downtown and the Clarksburg History Museum
Clarksburg’s downtown lies along West Main Street, between Elk Creek and South Sixth Street. The downtown area is walkable, Pollick says, and holds a few of the city’s historical buildings. The area has a locally owned grocery store, a consignment shop, a coffee shop, a pizza place and a historical site marking the birthplace of Thomas Jackson, the Civil War confederate general who was accidentally shot by his own troops, leading to his death. The Clarksburg History Museum preserves the area’s history with century-spanning exhibits.
The Clarksburg History Museum was founded in 2017 by a group of volunteers.
The Robinson Grand Theatre is a historic site found in downtown Clarksburg.
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Celebrations for Italian and Black American Heritage
The city’s biggest events focus on heritage. Each fall, the West Virginia Italian Heritage Festival celebrates Italian-American culture. Shortly after, the city celebrates Black Americans with the West Virginia Black Heritage Festival. In the summer, the city hosts the Greater Clarksburg 10K Run. Neighboring Bridgeport also offers events throughout the year that draws folks from both cities.
Clarksburg is easily accessible from major roadways.
The city of Clarksburg was named in 1778 for General George Rogers Clark and incorporated in 1785.
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Fairmont-Marion Transit and United Hospital Center
The Fairmont-Marion County Transit Authority services five stops in Clarksburg, including one at the Clarksburg Library. Downtown streets are lined with sidewalks, but more rural roads like Murphys Run do not have sidewalks or space to walk. United Hospital Center is the city’s certified Level IV Trauma Center with 292 private inpatient rooms. Nearby North Central West Virginia Airport offers commercial flights through Allegiant and Contour, connecting residents with larger regional airports. The closest major city is Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, 110 miles north.
Warm summers and cold winters
According to FBI crime data, the city’s property and violent crime rates commonly spike above state and national rates. Environmental data from the risk website First Street shows that Clarksburg's air quality is worse than 70% of other cities in West Virginia. Summers are warm, and average temperatures peak around the mid-80s in July, while average winter lows drop into the low 20s. Nearby mountains add to the cold, and the city often gets significant snow in January and February, with six inches of accumulation common. The DOT is aggressive in pre-treating the roads, but residents invest in snow shovels and ice melt for their walkways.
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On average, homes in Clarksburg, WV sell after 55 days on the market compared to the national average of 57 days. The median sale price for homes in Clarksburg, WV over the last 12 months is $150,000, up 1% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
***AUCTION***Price of $138,400 Reflects the County Appraised Value ONLY Not the Reserve or List Price. This property is being sold at auction, do not make offers to purchase prior to the sale based on this amount. For more information and our online bidding, please visit our website KaufmanAuctionsWV*** 18+/- Acre Harrison County WV Hobby Farm. Home & Barn. Location: 295 Fieldstone Dr.
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This property at 759 Locust Ave features 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms within a spacious 1,800 square feet. The living room offers ample space for relaxation and entertainment. The kitchen is equipped with a dishwasher for convenience. Each bedroom provides sufficient room for furnishings, while the bathrooms are designed for functionality. Additional amenities include washer/dryer hookups and a
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Welcome to this beautifully remodeled 3-bedroom, 1-bath home located in Clarksburg, WV, offering a perfect combination of space, comfort, and modern updates.This recently refreshed home features updated flooring, new lighting, and fresh interior paint throughout, creating a bright and inviting living environment. The kitchen has been upgraded with modern finishes, offering ample cabinet
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Welcome to this beautifully remodeled home located on Goff Avenue in Clarksburg. This spacious residence offers a comfortable and versatile layout with four bedrooms and two well-appointed bathrooms, thoughtfully updated to support modern living.Step inside to discover fresh upgrades throughout, including new flooring, updated fixtures, and a refreshed kitchen featuring contemporary
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